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EP0493472B1
EP0493472B1 EP90914360A EP90914360A EP0493472B1 EP 0493472 B1 EP0493472 B1 EP 0493472B1 EP 90914360 A EP90914360 A EP 90914360A EP 90914360 A EP90914360 A EP 90914360A EP 0493472 B1 EP0493472 B1 EP 0493472B1
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    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63F—CARD, BOARD, OR ROULETTE GAMES; INDOOR GAMES USING SMALL MOVING PLAYING BODIES; VIDEO GAMES; GAMES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • A63F7/00—Indoor games using small moving playing bodies, e.g. balls, discs or blocks
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G07—CHECKING-DEVICES
    • G07F—COIN-FREED OR LIKE APPARATUS
    • G07F17/00—Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services
    • G07F17/32—Coin-freed apparatus for hiring articles; Coin-freed facilities or services for games, toys, sports, or amusements
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63F—CARD, BOARD, OR ROULETTE GAMES; INDOOR GAMES USING SMALL MOVING PLAYING BODIES; VIDEO GAMES; GAMES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • A63F3/00—Board games; Raffle games
    • A63F3/08—Raffle games that can be played by a fairly large number of people
    • A63F3/081—Raffle games that can be played by a fairly large number of people electric
    • G—PHYSICS
    • G07—CHECKING-DEVICES
    • G07C—TIME OR ATTENDANCE REGISTERS; REGISTERING OR INDICATING THE WORKING OF MACHINES; GENERATING RANDOM NUMBERS; VOTING OR LOTTERY APPARATUS; ARRANGEMENTS, SYSTEMS OR APPARATUS FOR CHECKING NOT PROVIDED FOR ELSEWHERE
    • G07C15/00—Generating random numbers; Lottery apparatus
    • G07C15/005—Generating random numbers; Lottery apparatus with dispensing of lottery tickets
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63—SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63F—CARD, BOARD, OR ROULETTE GAMES; INDOOR GAMES USING SMALL MOVING PLAYING BODIES; VIDEO GAMES; GAMES NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • A63F9/00—Games not otherwise provided for
    • A63F9/24—Electric games; Games using electronic circuits not otherwise provided for
    • A63F2009/2401—Detail of input, input devices
    • A63F2009/2411—Input form cards, tapes, discs
    • A63F2009/2419—Optical
    • A63F2009/242—Bar codes
    • Y—GENERAL TAGGING OF NEW TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENTS; GENERAL TAGGING OF CROSS-SECTIONAL TECHNOLOGIES SPANNING OVER SEVERAL SECTIONS OF THE IPC; TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS [XRACs] AND DIGESTS
    • Y10—TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC
    • Y10S—TECHNICAL SUBJECTS COVERED BY FORMER USPC CROSS-REFERENCE ART COLLECTIONS [XRACs] AND DIGESTS
    • Y10S283/00—Printed matter
    • Y10S283/903—Lottery ticket

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  • the present invention relates to games, and particularly relates to games wherein prizes are awarded.
  • Different prizes are associated with some or all of the different indicia, and the prize associated with each indicia is posted or otherwise made known within the establishment. Thus, the prospective patron must enter the establishment to determine what, if any, prize he has won.
  • the various indicia include one or more very rare indicia applied to only a few of the tokens and associated with prizes of significant value and other, common indicia applied to the remaining tokens and associated with prizes of minimal value or with no prize at all.
  • the total value of prizes distributed in the scheme will not pose a prohibitive cost to the sponsor of the scheme. Nonetheless, the possibility, albeit remote, of winning a prize of significant value provides a powerful incentive to prospective patrons.
  • Games of this nature can be a useful marketing tool, they suffer from significant drawbacks. Manufacture and distribution of the tokens is costly. Security measures must be employed to prevent persons involved in distribution of the tokens from calling out those tokens bearing the rare indicia associated with valuable prizes and diverting those tokens to their own use. The security measures add to the cost of conducting the game. Moreover, these games provide minimal entertainment to the patron. After the patron has determined what prize he has won, the game is over insofar as he is concerned. The game thus has no value whatever in inducing the customer to remain in the establishment. Games of this nature normally are not integrated with any mechanism for compiling a list of patrons entering the establishment for use in future promotional efforts.
  • the bar code may be the universal product code or "UPC" code used to identify the goods for inventory and sale purposes. Promotions of this nature generally do not provide any element of randomness. Thus, each consumer may acquire the same item of relatively small value by presenting or redeeming the coupon or token. There is no chance for the consumer to acquire a highly valuable prize.
  • UPC universal product code
  • the present invention addresses these needs.
  • the present invention provides a gaming method including the steps of automatically reading codes on tokens presented by patrons at a redemption location within an establishment upon presentation of said tokens by patrons and automatically comparing the code on each presented token with one or more predetermined winning codes and awarding prizes to at least some of the patrons who present tokens bearing a code matching a winning code, the invention being characterized in that the tokens include a multiplicity of tokens bearing a common machine readable code which common code matches a winning code and the step of awarding prizes includes the step of randomly assigning prizes to patrons who present tokens bearing this common code and said step of randomly assigning said prizes is performed upon presentation of said tokens.
  • the tokens may include several classes of tokens, the tokens of each class bearing the same common code, but the common codes differing among the different classes. There may be several winning codes matching the different common codes.
  • the prizes may vary substantially in value, so that no prize or only a prize of small value is awarded to most of the patrons who present a token with the common code but a prize of substantial value is awarded to a few patrons. Because the game presents the possibility of winning a prize of very substantial value, it gives the prospective patron a substantial incentive to enter the establishment and play the game.
  • the high-value prizes are not associated prior to presentation with particular high-value tokens, there is no need for special security measures to protect any special or unique tokens. It is impossible for an insider to gain any particular advantage by selecting some particular tokens.
  • the tokens may be distributed with goods sold at retail, as by distributing packages of goods bearing the tokens through normal retail sale distribution channels.
  • the token may be a part of the goods package bearing a machine readable product identification code.
  • the tokens are universal product code symbols.
  • product identification code symbols are present on goods packages for other purposes, there is no need to distribute any special tokens and hence all of the costs associated with manufacturing and distributing special tokens are eliminated.
  • the game may be conveniently associated with purchase of particular products. Where a universal product code symbol or other portion of a package for particular goods constitutes the token, the prospective patron of the establishment must purchase the goods in order to play the game. Where the redemption location is at an establishment other than the location where the goods are sold, the patron must visit the other establishment as well. This provides a "tie-in" in that the game promotes both the goods and the other establishment.
  • the redemption location may be in the establishment where the goods are sold, and the steps of automatically reading the code and awarding prizes may be performed concomitantly with sale of the goods.
  • the token is a part of a package, such as a universal product code symbol
  • the step of automatically reading the code may be performed by the same automatic data processing equipment as used in the sale transaction. This provides the patron "instant" winning opportunity immediately upon purchase of the goods.
  • the method may also include the further step of testing each patron who presents a token with the correct code for additional qualifications and awarding prizes only to those patrons who meet such additional qualifications. Such additional qualifications typically are not associated with the tokens, but rather with the patron.
  • the additional qualifications include presentation of data identifying the patron, such as the patron's name and address, and the method may further include the step of recording the identities of qualifying patrons. These operations desirably are performed using the same automatic data processing apparatus at the redemption location used to automatically read the code on the tokens. This permits the establishment to compile a list of patrons for future marketing efforts.
  • the method may also include the step of automatically recording the time of presentation of a token by the individual patron in association with the patron's identity, and the additional qualifications may include time since last played by the patron.
  • the time record of presentation by individual patrons may be used to determine the time span during which the patron has remained at the establishment, so that patrons may be awarded either progressively larger prizes, greater prize winning opportunities or other things of value for remaining within the establishment during a prolonged period.
  • the step of distributing tokens may include the step of distributing tokens bearing both the machine readable code for comparison with the winning code and identifying indicia unique to the individual patron. These unique tokens may be distributed either in place of or in addition to the uniform tokens, as by mailing the unique tokens to individual patrons or giving the unique tokens to the individual patrons upon presentation of one of the uniform tokens.
  • the identifying indicia may be automatically read to establish patron identity as discussed above upon presentation of the token.
  • Figure 1 is a diagrammatic view showing certain elements used in a gaming method according to one embodiment of the invention.
  • Figure 2 is a flow chart depicting certain steps in operations according to the method of Fig. 1.
  • a game in accordance with one embodiment of the present invention is ranged to attract patrons to an establishment 10, which in this embodiment is a legal gambling casino.
  • electronic data processing apparatus 14 incorporating a standard data entry terminal with conventional input and output devices including an optical bar code reader 16.
  • the data entry terminal may be a standard terminal of the type used as a retail point of sale terminal such as the terminal sold under the designation 1181 Twinax Point of Sale Terminal by the International Business Machines corporation of Armonk, New York, U.S.A. and the bar code reader and other input and output displays may be standard devices of the type used with this terminal.
  • the terminal 14 is linked to a selectively operable illuminated sign or other selectively operable display device arranged to display a conspicuous message which can be seen from far away.
  • the selectively operable message includes words such as “winner”, "jackpot” or the like indicating that someone has won a high valued prize.
  • Other, continuously displayed signs 20 indicate the presence of a redemption location.
  • Each of the other redemption locations 12 is provided with similar data processing equipment and signs (not shown).
  • the data processing equipment 14 at each redemption location 12 is connected via standard data linkages to a central digital computer 22 of standard design, which in turn is linked to a standard storage device 24 such as a disk or tape drive.
  • Token 30 of the first type are specially printed cards being the name of the establishment and also bearing a machine readable bar code 38.
  • Tokens of the second type 32 are portions of packages 40 of a product sold at retail, in this case film.
  • Each token 32 contains a machine readable bar code 42 which in this case is simply the universal product code associated with the film sold in package 40.
  • products sold at retail as in grocery and drug stores, typically carry a universal product code in machine readable bar code form, this code being used in retail transactions for product identification and charging purposes.
  • the tokens 34 are coupons bearing machine readable codes 44, these coupons being printed as portions of newspaper advertisements 46.
  • Tokens 36 are permanent or semi-permanent card-like items, similar in structure to a credit or card from a past or the like. Tokens 36 bear machine readable codes 48 and further machine readable identifying indicia 50, which may also be in the form of a bar code, the machine readable identifying indicia 50 identifying a particular patron.
  • the machine readable gaming codes 38 on all of tokens 30 of the first type may be the same.
  • all of tokens 32 may carry the same machine readable gaming code 42
  • all tokens 34 may carry the same gaming code 44
  • all tokens 36 of the fourth class may carry the same machine readable gaming code 48.
  • Codes 38, 42, 44 and 48 may be the same as one another but desirably each is a different code.
  • Tokens 38 are distributed to prospective patrons of the establishment 10 by giveaway displays 53 mounted in various locations within the geographical target market of the establishment, as at retail stores and the like. The displays 52 bear indicia publicizing the contest and inviting the prospective patron to take a token 30.
  • Tokens 32 are distributed simply by ordinary retail distribution of the packages 40 bearing the tokens 32. Inasmuch as the token 32 is an ordinary part of the package which is present at all times, the distributor of the packages 40 is not required to alter or modify the package in any way so as to make it suitable for the game.
  • Packages 40 bearing tokens 32 of the second type may be distributed in the ordinary fashion via retail stores. Prospective patrons may be advised of the game, and advised that the universal product code section of the packages 40 can be used as game tokens by any suitable advertising method, as by television, radio or magazine advertisements and also by point of purchase signs 54 if desired. Coupons or tokens 34 of the third type are distributed by ordinary distribution of newspaper 56. Tokens 36 of the fourth type are distributed within the establishment or casino 10, as further described hereinbelow.
  • the prospective patron To play the game, the prospective patron must visit one of the redemption locations 12 within the establishment or casino 10.
  • the data processing apparatus including apparatus 14 at the redemption location 12 executes a program as schematically shown in Fig. 2.
  • the apparatus automatically reads the machine readable gaming code on the token and tests for the presence of predetermined winning codes.
  • Each of codes 38, 42, 44 and 48 is a winning code.
  • Each winning code is associating with a separate prize pool. If the token presented does not bear any of the winning codes, the data processing equipment issues a reject message though the input/output devices such as through a screen and the routine ends. If the data processing equipment recognizes one of the winning codes, the program branches to a branch associated with that particular gaming code.
  • the data processing equipment will follow program branch 60. If the token bears code 38, the program will follow branch 62, if the token bears gaming code 48, the program will follow branch 64 and so on.
  • the data processing apparatus following branch 60 will display a message requesting entry of the patron's name, address and other identifying data.
  • the apparatus requests presentation of an additional qualifying item which in this case is a parking receipt.
  • This additional qualifying item may be selected to target the game, or a portion of the game, to only a select audience. For example, in the case of a casino, the casino may wish to attract patrons who drive their own automobiles, rather than patrons who arrive by bus or other public transportation. Upon presentation of the proper parking receipt, an employee of the casino enters an appropriate entry into data processing equipment 14.
  • the program then tests to see that the name and address have been entered and that the appropriate code has also been entered to indicate that a proper parking receipt was presented. If not, the apparatus issues a reject message and the program ends. If the proper entries have been made for name and address and for a proper parking receipt, the data processing apparatus tests to determine whether the patron presenting the token is a new patron or a patron already known to the establishment.
  • the data processing apparatus tests the time of day against the time at which the same patron last presented a token. This time is shown in the records associated with the patron, as stored in central records 24. Of course, if the patron is a new patron there will be no previous play time recorded. The time from the last play is tested against a predetermined criteria for patrons presenting a token of type 32. For example, the time test may be set to allow each patron to present one token of type 32 every 24 hours, once a week or the like. If the time from the last play for that patron is not sufficient, the data processing apparatus issues a reject message and the program ends.
  • the patron has qualified to play, both by presentation of the token bearing the correct code 42 and by meeting the other qualifications (supplying his name and address, supplying a parking receipt and having waited a sufficient time from his play).
  • the data processing apparatus records the time of play for that particular patron in central records 42 and also credits an account associated with that patron with points for continuity of play.
  • the number of points credited to each patron for each play may be determined by any desired predetermined formula which the establishment believes will encourage patronage. For example, the patron may be credited with a fixed number of continuity of play points for each play, or with progressively increasing numbers of points on second and subsequent plays.
  • Points may also be deducted automatically from a patron's account if no plays are made in some specified time, so that only those patrons who play regularly will accumulate substantial numbers of continuity points in their individual accounts. These accounts may be used to determine which patrons play frequently and hence which patrons are good customers of the establishment, and also to reward such good customers, as by giving free gifts when the number of points in a patron's account reaches some predetermined total.
  • the data processing apparatus charges the account of a sponsor associated with code 42.
  • a sponsor In the case of a token 32 distributed as part of a package 40, the sponsor typically will be the manufacturer or distributor of the goods in package 40.
  • this system can charge the sponsor in an amount proportional to the results achieved, i.e., in an amount proportional to the number of film packages 40 which the sponsor has sold to persons participating in the game.
  • the data processing apparatus randomly selects a prize from a prize list or pool, denominated pool A.
  • This selection process can be performed by generating a random number through standard random number generation techniques used in data processing and then comparing that random number with preset ranges, each associated with a particular prize.
  • the prize to be awarded to any particular patron presenting a token bearing code 42 is determined solely by the randomization process and by the preset ranges associated with prize pool A.
  • the prize to be awarded to that particular patron is determined only after the patron has presented the token.
  • the prize awarded is then displayed by data processing apparatus 14.
  • the data processing apparatus is also arranged to test the prize awarded against some predetermined criteria of value and, if the value exceeds that predetermined criteria, to actuate indicator 18 and thus make other patrons aware that an individual has won a high valued prize.
  • indicator 18 By activating indicator 18, the system adds to the air of excitement and reinforces the desire of other players present within the establishment to play.
  • the method steps are substantially similar when other tokens such as tokens 30 of the first class or tokens 34 of the third class are presented, and hence program branch 62 associated with code 38 and hence associated with tokens 30 of the first class is substantially similar to program branch 60, and the other program branch (not shown) associated with tokens 34 of the third class may be substantially similar as well.
  • each of these program branches intensely treatment associated with different tokens, may be varied as desired to omit or add steps, and to change conditions.
  • the qualifiers may be varied along the different program branches so that patrons presenting the tokens of the first type may be required to present a bus ticket rather than a parking receipt, and the prize pool used with these patrons may be somewhat less favorable.
  • the prizes which may be won, or the probability of winning a high value prize may be different from along program branch 60.
  • the step of issuing a new token 36 may be omitted from some of these program branches. If the establishment is not interested in adding new patrons to its database, the step of requiring name and address or other identifying data, and the steps of adding the patrons to a particular database may be omitted, as may be the step of checking the time from the last play for a particular patron. In this case, patrons may play as many times as they present the appropriate tokens.
  • tokens such as tokens 30, 32 and 34, the token is taken by the establishment and kept upon presentation, so that the token can be presented only once. Where the token is not associated with goods, such as tokens 30 and 34, distributed by the establishment itself, there is no need to charge a sponsor account.
  • Tokens 36 are intended to be permanently or semi-permanently possessed by the patron. As discussed above, the same may be awarded upon presentation of a temporary token such as tokens 30, 32 or 34.
  • the program branch 64 used with such a permanent token 36 is similar to program branch 60, except that the indicia 50 identifying the individual patron are read by the apparatus rather than requesting and entering the name and address of the patron. Also, as depicted, the program branch 64 does not require the patron to present a parking receipt or other qualifying item apart from the token 36 itself. Inasmuch as the data processing apparatus has automatically read the patron identifying indicia 50, the program branch 64 can include crediting of continuity points to the patron and a test for time from the same patron's last play.
  • the prize for the patron is selected from a prize pool by an automatic randomization process.
  • the automatic randomization process may be adjusted in accordance with continuity credits in the patron's account. For example, where the patron has accumulated a large number of continuity points, the ranges of random numbers associated with high value prizes may be automatically expanded so as to give the patron a greater chance of winning a high value prize. This creates a powerful incentive to the patron to remain within the establishment and continue to play the game. As will be appreciated, while the patron is in the establishment, he normally will utilize other services and/or make other purchases, so that the establishment profits more the longer the patron remains in the establishment.
  • Games in accordance with the present invention may be varied in almost innumerable ways.
  • One very significant advantage of games in accordance with the invention is that the game can be varied simply by reprogramming the data processing apparatus.
  • the game can be converted instantaneously to operate with different tokens simply by reprogramming the codes in the data processing apparatus.
  • the newly programmed codes match universal product codes or other standard product identifying codes on packaged goods
  • the game can be revised to establish a marketing tie-in with a new sponsor almost immediately.
  • purchase of a package 40 of film provides the consumer with a token 32 bearing the proper winning code 42 to enter the game.
  • the establishment can reprogram the computer to accommodate the universal product codes 70 on packages of beer 72 (Fig. 1) or any other package goods.
  • the game can thus be revised almost instantaneously to establish a new marketing strategy in which the establishment works with a different supplier of packaged goods.
  • To establish such a new marketing strategy there is no need to distribute specially marked packages or other special tokens.
  • the cost of printing special packages is entirely obviated.
  • any or all of the token types discussed above can be eliminated.
  • the game can be played using only a single type of token.
  • the reading and prize awarding steps can be performed in the same establishment where packaged goods incorporating the tokens are sold.
  • the data processing equipment 12 may be located within a store where packages 40 bearing tokens 32 are sold.
  • a patron may purchase a package incorporating a token and play the game immediately upon such purchase.
  • the data processing equipment 12 used to read the codes on the tokens and award the prizes may be the same data processing equipment as employed in consummating the sale transaction.
  • the same reading step may be employed both as part of the sale transaction and as the token code reading step of the game.
  • the patron gains a chance to win a prize when the automatic cash register at the point of sale record the patrons' purchase of the particular goods bearing the correct product identification code. Games of this nature may be employed usefully in retail establishments such as supermarkets, toy stores and the like.
  • the ability to charge back to a sponsor such as the manufacturer or distributor of the goods bearing the particular identification codes, the absence of any need for special goods packages or other specially distributed tokens and the ability to change promotions at will provides a uniquely effective marketing tool.
  • the present invention can be applied in gaming, adventure and promotional endeavors.

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  1. Spielverfahren umfassend die Schritte:
    (a) automatisches Lesen von Codes (44) auf Gutscheinen (30, 32, 34, 36), die durch Kunden an einer Einlösestelle in einem Unternehmen (10) beim Vorweisen der Gutscheine durch die Kunden vorgewiesen werden, und automatisches Vergleichen des Codes (44) auf jedem vorgewiesenen Gutschein mit einem oder mehreren vorbestimmten Gewinncodes, und
    (b) Verleihen von Preisen an zumindest einige der Kunden, die Gutscheine vorweisen, welche einen Code tragen, der mit einem Gewinncode übereinstimmt,
    dadurch gekennzeichnet,
    daß die Gutscheine (30, 32, 34, 36) eine Mehrzahl von Gutscheinen enthalten, die einen gemeinsamen maschinenlesbaren Code (44) tragen, welcher gemeinsame Code mit einem Gewinncode übereinstimmt,
    der Preisverleihungsschritt den Schritt umfaßt, Kunden zufällig Preise zuzuweisen, die die Gutscheine vorweisen, welche den gemeinsamen Code tragen, und
    der Schritt, die Preise zufällig zuzuweisen, beim Vorweisen der Gutscheine ausgeführt wird.
  2. Verfahren nach Anspruch 1,
    dadurch gekennzeichnet,
    daß der Schritt, die Preise zufällig zuzuweisen, so ausgeführt wird, daß Preise unterschiedlicher Werte unterschiedlichen Kunden verliehen werden, die den Gutschein vorweisen, der den gemeinsamen Code trägt.
  3. Verfahren nach Anspruch 1,
    dadurch gekennzeichnet,
    daß der Schritt, die Preise zufällig zu verleihen, so ausgeführt wird, daß Preise lediglich einigen der Kunden verliehen werden, die Gutscheine vorweisen, die den gemeinsamen Code tragen.
  4. Verfahren nach Anspruch 1,
    dadurch gekennzeichnet,
    daß die Gutscheine eine Mehrzahl von Gutscheinklassen umfassen, wobei jede derartige Klasse eine Mehrzahl von Gutscheinen enthält, die einen gemeinsamen Code tragen, wobei der gemeinsame Code für zumindest einen der Klassen unterschiedlich von dem gemeinsamen Code für die anderen der Klassen ist.
  5. Verfahren nach Anspruch 1,
    dadurch gekennzeichnet,
    daß eine Mehrzahl von Gewinncodes vorhanden ist, so daß jeder gemeinsame Code für jede der Mehrzahl von Klassen von Gutscheinen mit einem der Gewinncodes übereinstimmt.
  6. Verfahren nach Anspruch 4,
    dadurch gekennzeichnet,
    daß die Gutscheine Gutscheine umfassen, die einen Teil von Warenpaketen bilden, wobei Kunden Gutscheine durch Kaufen dieser Warenpakete erwerben.
  7. Verfahren nach Anspruch 6,
    dadurch gekennzeichnet,
    daß sämtliche der Gutscheine Teile der Warenpakete sind.
  8. Verfahren nach Anspruch 7,
    dadurch gekennzeichnet,
    daß sämtliche der Warenpakete im wesentlichen miteinander identisch sind.
  9. Verfahren nach Anspruch 6,
    dadurch gekennzeichnet,
    daß die Schritte, die Codes auf den Gutscheinen automatisch zu lesen und Preise zu verleihen, gleichzeitig mit dem Kauf der Warenpakete durch Kunden ausgeführt werden.
  10. Verfahren nach Anspruch 9,
    dadurch gekennzeichnet,
    daß der Schritt, die Codes automatisch zu lesen, durch eine automatische Datenverarbeitungsanlage ausgeführt wird, und dieselbe automatische Datenverarbeitungsanlage verwendet wird, Verkaufsgeschäfte abzuschließen, durch welche Käufer die Warenpakete kaufen.
  11. Verfahren nach Anspruch 9,
    dadurch gekennzeichnet,
    daß die Codes auf den Gutscheinen, welche einen Teil der Warenpakete bilden, maschinenlesbare Produktidentifizierungscodes sind.
  12. Verfahren nach Anspruch 11,
    dadurch gekennzeichnet,
    daß jeder Gutschein ein universelles Produktcodesymbol ist.
  13. Verfahren nach Anspruch 1,
    dadurch gekennzeichnet,
    daß die Schritte, die Preise zufällig zuzuordnen und zu verleihen im wesentlichen unmittelbar beim Vorweisen des Gutscheins ausgeführt werden.
  14. Verfahren nach Anspruch 1,
    dadurch gekennzeichnet,
    daß der Schritt, die Preise zu verleihen, den Schritt umfaßt, Preise lediglich an solche Kunden zu verleihen, die eine oder mehrere vorbestimmte zusätzliche Qualifikationen erfüllen.
  15. Verfahren nach Anspruch 14,
    dadurch gekennzeichnet,
    daß der Schritt, den Code automatisch zu Lesen und die Preise zu verliehen durch Datenverarbeitungsvorrichtungen an der Einlösestelle ausgeführt werden, und das Verfahren ferner den Schritt umfaßt, die zusätzlichen Qualifikationen unter Verwendung der Datenverarbeitungsvorrichtungen zu prüfen.
  16. Verfahren nach Anspruch 14,
    dadurch gekennzeichnet,
    daß die zusätzlichen Qualifikationen das Vorweisen von Daten umfaßt, welchen den Käufer identifizieren, und das Verfahren den Schritt umfaßt, die Identitäten von unter die Qualifikation fallenden Kunden aufzuzeichnen.
  17. Verfahren nach Anspruch 13,
    dadurch gekennzeichnet,
    daß die zusätzlichen Qualifikationen die Zeit seit dem letzten Spiel durch denselben Kunden umfassen, und das Verfahren ferner den Schritt umfaßt, die Anzahl der Vorweisvorgänge durch spezielle Kunden aufzuzeichnen.
  18. Verfahren nach Anspruch 1,
    gekennzeichnet durch den Schritt, die Spielzeiten durch einzelne Personen aufzuzeichnen.
  19. Verfahren nach Anspruch 1,
    wobei zumindest einige der Gutscheine einmalige Gutscheine sind, wobei jeder einmalige Gutschein eine Identifizierungskennzeichnung trägt, die einen bestimmten Kunden identifiziert.
  20. Verfahren nach Anspruch 19,
    umfassend den Schritt, die Häufigkeit des Vorweisens eines einem bestimmten Kunden zugeordneten einmaligen Gutscheins automatisch zu lesen, indem die Identifizierungskennzeichnung darauf automatisch gelesen wird.
  21. Verfahren nach Anspruch 20,
    umfassend den Schritt, bestimmten Kunden auf der Grundlage der Häufigkeit des Vorweisens des Gutscheins des bestimmten Kunden Gegenstände von Wert zu verleihen.
  22. Verfahren nach Anspruch 1,
    enthaltend den Schritt, Gutscheine an Kunden zu verteilen.
  23. Verfahren nach Anspruch 22,
    wobei der Schritt, Gutscheine an Kunden zu verteilen, den Schritt enthält, die Gutscheine an voraussichtliche Kunden des Unternehmens an Orten außerhalb des Unternehmens zu verteilen.
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